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Ceremonial magic, Satanic rituals, and a quest for godhood in 1970s underground LA.

SIMON, KING OF THE WITCHES

The Black Mass... The Spells... The Incantations... The Curses... The Ceremonial Sex...

1971 · 1h 39m · R · Horror · IMDB TMDB

Simon, a young man with magic power, invokes the help of the evil forces in order to take revenge of a man who cheated him with a bad cheque.

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What is Simon, King of the Witches about?

Simon, King of the Witches is a 1971 American horror film directed by Bruce Kessler about a cynical magician living in a storm sewer who seeks godhood, entangling himself in occult rituals, drugs, and romance.

Programmer's Pick

Where else can you find a storm-sewer sorcerer, a goat at a Satanic ritual, and a romance with the DA’s daughter all under one roof? Simon, King of the Witches is the kind of cult horror that wears its ceremonial robes with a wink.

— SassyFlix Programmer

Overview

Simon Sinestrari is not your typical magician—he's a jaded practitioner of ceremonial magic living beneath the city streets and scraping by with the sale of charms and potions. His world collides with that of Turk, a young prostitute who draws Simon into a surreal subculture of psychedelic parties, drug-fueled escapades, and occult ceremonies, including some memorably wild Satanic rituals. As Simon navigates the chaos, he finds unexpected romance with Linda, the district attorney's daughter, and together they attempt to unlock the ultimate spell for ascension. This 1971 horror oddity blends supernatural intrigue, counterculture vibes, and a distinctly irreverent take on the occult.

Details & Specs

Director
Bruce Kessler
Writer
Robert Phippeny
Release
1971
Runtime
1h 39m
Language
English
Genres
Horror

Cast & Crew

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Director: Bruce Kessler Writer: Robert Phippeny
Andrew Prine Andrew Prine Simon Sinestrari Brenda Scott Brenda Scott Linda Rackum GP George Paulsin Turk GY Gerald York Hercules Van Zandt Norman Burton Norman Burton Dist. Atty. Willard Rackum Ultra Violet Ultra Violet Sarah Richmond Shepard Richmond Shepard Stanley SB Sharon Berryhill Secretary Allyson Ames Allyson Ames Olivia Gebhart Buck Holland Buck Holland Detective JB Jerry Brooke Policeman MC Michael C. Ford Shay LJ Lee J. Lambert Troy WM William Martel Davies Angus Duncan Angus Duncan Colin RF Richard Ford Grayling John Peter HR Harry Rose Landlord DC Dean Cromer Lab. Technician JY John Yates Policeman RG Ray Galvin Chief Boyle DV David Vaile TV Newscaster Kimberly Hyde Kimberly Hyde Religious Object HJ Helen Jay Mrs. Carter

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Why Cult

Ceremonial Magic Underground

Simon practices his dark arts from the depths of a storm sewer, bringing a literal underground vibe to occult cinema.

Psychedelic Satanic Rituals

Expect wild parties, drug trips, and surreal Satanic rites featuring Ultra Violet, a goat, and plenty of 1970s weirdness.

Antihero Magician

Simon’s cynicism and magical ambition set him apart from your usual horror protagonist—he’s out to become a god, not a victim.

Counterculture Romance

Romance takes a strange turn as Simon seduces the district attorney’s daughter and enlists her in his supernatural schemes.

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Threat File

Trigger

Rituals and revenge magic

Threat

Supernatural power invoked through occult ceremonies

Effect

Death, chaos, and mayhem among participants

Setting

Los Angeles underground and party scenes

Questions from the Vault

When was Simon, King of the Witches released? +

Simon, King of the Witches was released in 1971.

Who directed Simon, King of the Witches? +

Bruce Kessler directed Simon, King of the Witches.

How long is Simon, King of the Witches? +

Simon, King of the Witches has a runtime of 99 minutes.

What genre is Simon, King of the Witches? +

Simon, King of the Witches is a horror film.

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